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- Written by: California Controller's Office
Approved by California voters in 2012 through Proposition 39, the Clean Energy Jobs Act allocates projected revenue to California’s General Fund and the Clean Energy Job Creation Fund to support public schools and create jobs in the clean energy sector.
The measure established a Citizens Oversight Board to review expenditures, which maintains transparency and accountability for the fund.
Alvord brings to the board more than 25 years of experience in energy, agricultural, and environmental policy in the government, nonprofit and private sectors.
She is western states director for the Union of Concerned Scientists, based in Oakland, where she ensures passage and implementation of clean energy laws and helps pioneer energy, infrastructure, climate, and transportation policies.
Alvord previously worked in senior staff roles in the California State Legislature as lead aide for then-Assemblymember Fran Pavley on California’s landmark climate legislation (AB 32).
A fifth-generation Californian, Alvord received a bachelor’s degree from University of California, Berkeley.
“As we work to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement and transition to the low-carbon economy, clean energy jobs are critical to the state maintaining its leadership through sustainable practices,” said Yee, the state’s chief fiscal officer. “Ms. Alvord’s expertise will help ensure our schools are using taxpayer money prudently as they become greener places to teach and to learn.”
Under the Clean Energy Jobs Act, up to $550 million annually is available for eligible projects to improve energy efficiency and expand clean energy generation in schools.
The last date for eligible local educational agencies – including county offices of education, school districts, charter schools, and state special schools – to request funding from the California Energy Commission through an energy expenditure plan was June 30, 2018.
The controller, attorney general, and treasurer each appoint three members to the Citizens Oversight Board, while the California Energy Commission and California Public Utilities Commission each have one ex officio member. Members serve without compensation, but are reimbursed for necessary expenses incurred in the performance of their duties.
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- Written by: Lake County News Reports
CFBF President Jamie Johansson responded to Tuesday’s announcement of a tariff-assistance package by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
“Because our state leads the nation in agricultural exports, California has a lot at stake in assuring fair trade of farm products,” Johansson said. “We appreciate how USDA has worked to assemble this package quickly at a time of market uncertainty for farmers and ranchers.”
According to USDA officials, the aid will include bonus purchases of fruits, vegetables, nuts, meats and other food products, to benefit food banks and other food-aid programs.
“We hope these food purchases will provide some immediate relief to farmers and ranchers affected by trade disputes,” Johansson said. “Investing these purchases back into communities through food banks will be helpful in more ways than one.”
He said the package promises short-term relief, but that long-term resolution to the trade disputes remains urgent.
“Ultimately, farmers and ranchers want what we have always wanted: to trade on a fair basis with customers around the world who want to buy our products,” Johansson said. “We will continue to urge the administration and our congressional delegation to resolve the trade disputes as quickly as possible.”
The California Farm Bureau Federation works to protect family farms and ranches on behalf of nearly 40,000 members statewide and as part of a nationwide network of more than 5.5 million Farm Bureau members.
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UPPER LAKE, Calif. – After six and a half years as manager of the Tallman Hotel in Upper Lake, one of Lake County’s premier lodging facilities, Susan Mesick has decided to retire as of Aug. 15.
She will be succeeded by the current assistant manager, James Butler.
Susan Mesick has had a full career in marketing and public relations.
After moving to Lake County, she served as the first executive director of the Lake County Winery Association.
Before joining the Tallman in February of 2012, she was part of the team at the Six Sigma Ranch and Winery in Lower Lake.
“I was planning to help out my friends and Tallman owners Lynne and Bernie Butcher for just a couple of years,” she said. “But I fell in love with the property and the wonderful people here. It’s a challenge to build a great business while maintaining a high level of service, and I’ve loved every minute of it.”
Butler joined the company about a month after Mesick, in March of 2012, as systems administrator and front desk host.
Has has an AA degree in computer networking from College of the Redwoods. His roles have expanded over time to front desk manager and hotel assistant manager.
Butler “has a great attitude and he’s been an invaluable resource to both the hotel and Blue Wing Restaurant in upgrading our systems and keeping them humming,” said Tallman owner Bernie Butcher.
“I come from a computer background,” said Butler, “but over time I’ve become fascinated with the broader customer service aspects of the hospitality industry. Susan will be a hard act to follow, but I’m looking forward to the challenge.”
“Susan Mesick is a longtime friend who’s given her all to build a great team and help us achieve our five-star reputation,” said Tallman owner Lynne Butcher. “She will be greatly missed, but she fully deserves a change of pace. We’re lucky that James is ready and willing to assume greater management responsibility and take us on to the next level.”
The Tallman Hotel is located at 9550 Main St. in historic downtown Upper Lake.
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On Monday, July 23, the Lake County EDC will launch www.lakecountycaedc.org, an economic development Web site devoted to supporting the business community of Lake County through information, research and training.
The website will provide data including, but not limited to, economic indicators, business resources, commercial site availability, new business startup guide, demographics and key industries. Links to local resources and business associations are included.
The Web site will serve as an online nexus for business opportunities and workforce development within Lake County.
Whether a new business is looking to relocate to the area or an existing business is ready to grow and expand, www.lakecountycaedc.org provides the necessary information to propel each business to success.
The Lake County EDC may be contacted at 707-279-1540, Extension 101.